Compliance Coordinator, Production

Geleen, Netherlands

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

As a Compliance Coordinator in Manufacturing, you play a key role in ensuring GMP compliance and inspection readiness within production. In this highly visible role, you work closely with manufacturing teams on the shop floor, supporting quality events, documentation and continuous improvement initiatives. You will act as a trusted partner for Manufacturing and Quality, helping maintain strong compliance while contributing to a culture of quality and operational excellence.

What you will get

• A dynamic role at the intersection of Manufacturing and Quality in a GMP-regulated environment.
• The opportunity to work closely with production teams and gain strong exposure across the site.
• A role where you actively contribute to inspection readiness and quality improvement initiatives.
• A collaborative environment with cross-functional interaction across Manufacturing, QA and Compliance teams.
• Opportunities to grow your career within Lonza’s global organization.
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
• A variety of benefits dependent on role and location.

What you will do

• Coordinate and manage quality events, including deviations, CAPAs, change controls and related documentation.
• Support GMP compliance in Manufacturing through floor presence, walkthroughs and audit participation.
• Initiate, write and review SOPs, work instructions and other GMP documentation.
• Partner with Manufacturing teams to identify compliance risks and drive quality improvements.
• Monitor timelines and ensure quality events are completed and closed within agreed deadlines.
• Support internal and external audits and help maintain inspection readiness across Manufacturing.
• Collaborate closely with QA, Compliance and production teams to resolve issues and strengthen quality systems.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology, Biomedical Sciences, Cell & Gene Therapy or a related discipline.
• Experience in biotechnology or pharmaceutical manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Knowledge of GMP and quality systems, including deviations, CAPAs or change control processes.
• Strong technical writing skills and experience with GMP documentation.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and solve problems in a dynamic production environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• High attention to data integrity, quality and compliance standards.
  

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.